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Contrary to popular belief, home automation is not a new phenomenon. This technology has been used for many years but in more recent times it has become more sophisticated and more affordable thanks to the rapid advance in technology. People can now make their home "smart" without spending a small fortune. But what exactly can we automate in our homes?
Home automation can be used in many different places in our home and also many items in our home. For example, you can use lamp timers or automated lighting. Of course, this is not a new form of automation but things like automated locks, CCTV and blenders are certainly something new in the world of automation. In addition, there is automated home security, climate and ventilation control, automated kitchen appliances and much more. All these things make our lives much easier and simpler.
If you are wondering how home automation works putting it simply, this technology is primarily based on sensors. In order to detect changes in levels of light, temperature and other factors that trigger the automation on and off, the system must have sensors and these sensors need to be co-ordinated. Smart hubs are designed to control multiple devices and these can be built into the home. There is also special software that can be linked to your mobile device –smartphone or tablet etc so that you can manage the automation remotely.
This way of handling home automation systems is become very popular. Accessing home automation through the internet is a very convenient way of managing the devices that are automated in your home. For instance, you can use an app on your smartphone to activate the AC in your home and lower the temperature before you get home. You can also activate the CCTV cameras in your property to check whether everything is secure. The possibilities are limitless.
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